Description:
This small sampler features some rather unconventional winter colors,
including an overdyed silk thread called "Winter Woods" (#010)
from Gloriana.
The design is heavy on specialty stitches and and over-one stitching.
The focal point is an old-fashioned ice-skating scene. There is also a
section of cutwork with dove's eyes accented with beads.

Background Information:
Over the years I've received many requests for a series of smaller seasonal
samplers. Winter Sampler is the second of the series.The sampler was inspired
by the colors of winter in the northern Pennsylvania mountains.

Stitching Comments:
Miniature
Winter Sampler is
a challenging piece, but since it's small, it's a project that can be
completed in a reasonable amount of time. I'd recommend using a stitching
frame to maintain even tension as many of the specialty stitches benefit
from fabric held securely. Also, the cutwork sections are more easily
worked if both hands are free. It would be an easy matter to change the
overdyed fiber color to fit your own color preferences: simply choose
one that compliments the floss colors used in the design.